‘VISIT MALDIVES’ Archives
General Infomation
Sun, sand and sea, a thousand ‘Robinson Crusoe’ islands, massive lagoons with different depths and infinite shades of blue and turquoise, dazzling underwater coral gardens; a perfect natural combination for the ideal tropical holiday destination. However there is more [Read More]
Visa
Visitors to the Maldives do not require a visa prior to their arrival in the country. A free 30 days tourist visa will be issued to all bona-fide visitors upon arrival provided that they fulfill the following conditions: Should posses a valid passport Should have a [Read More]
Customs Regulations
All passengers visiting the Maldives should go through customs checking. Passengers’ luggage and any other hand carrying items should go through x-ray checking and if the customs officer needs further checking then the luggage should be opened for inspection. Importing of [Read More]
Vaccinations
Normally, no vaccinations are required by the Maldives authorities. However, if you are from a Central African nation or South American, or if you have travelled through these areas to get here, you need to have a valid certificate indicating that you have been vaccinated [Read More]
National Symbols of the Maldives
National Flag The colors green, red and white characterize the Maldivian National flag: The green rectangle, which represents the innumerable palm trees, the life source of the islands, is surrounded by red, the blood of the nation’s martyrs who sacrificed their lives for [Read More]
Useful Links
- The President’s Office - Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture - Maldives Tourism Promotion Board (MTPB) - Department of Immigration and Emigration - Maldives Customs Service - Maldives Police Service - Maldives Airports [Read More]
